Mechatronics

Mechatronics is a multi-disciplinary subfield of engineering that deals with the design and operation of computer-controlled electro-mechanical systems. Mechatronics engineers develop new sustainable solutions to industrial issues and innovate machinery for modern use.

Mechatronics technicians typically assist the design, development and engineering staff and work closely with others to install, maintain, operate, modify, and repair unmanned, automated, robotic, or electromechanical equipment and component parts.

Throughout 2017-18, SFSC is launching a Mechatronics program at the Highlands Campus, which will include a variety of stackable credentials. Students will train on equipment that is used in the field.

Timeline for Future Expansion of the Program

Mechatronics and engineering programs will be expanded to the DeSoto Campus. A mini-mechantronics lab will be created at the Lake Placid Center.

2019-20

Create a mini-mechantronics lab at the Hardee Campus

2020-2021

Build a mobile engineering technology lab to travel to high school campuses

Mechatronics Technician Job Profile

A Siemens-certified Mechatronic Systems Associate functions as a highly skilled technician who works with modules and components in complex mechatronic systems while having the ability to assess and analyze the system as a whole. Certified associates manage, investigate, repair, and troubleshoot mechatronic systems with the aim of ensuring operational efficiency and cost and process control. They usually carry out their work at production facilities, workshops, or in service sites that use complex mechatronic systems. Job skills and activities include:

Understanding and analyzing the technical specification of mechatronic systems, subsystems, modules, and components

Deriving and determining parameters for mechatronic systems and system elements